Whirlpool ER8AHMXRQ02 Owner's manual

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TABLEOFCONTENTS

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY ............................................................. 3

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator .................................... 3

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................................................. 4

Unpack the Refrigerator ............................................................... 4

Location Requirements ................................................................ 4

Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 5

Water Supply Requirements ........................................................ 5

Connect the Water Supply ........................................................... 5

Refrigerator Doors ........................................................................ 6

Adjust the Doors ......................................................................... 10

Normal Sounds .......................................................................... 10

REFRIGERATOR USE .................................................................. 10

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation .................................................. 10

Using the Controls ..................................................................... 11

Ice Maker .................................................................................... 11

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES ...................................................... 12

Refrigerator Shelves ................................................................... 12

Meat Drawer ............................................................................... t2

Crisper ........................................................................................ 12

Utility or Egg Bin......................................................................... 13

FREEZER FEATURES .................................................................. 13

Freezer Shelf............................................................................... 13

DOOR FEATURES ........................................................................ 14

Door Rails ................................................................................... 14

Can Racks and Door Bins .......................................................... 14

REFRIGERATOR CARE ............................................................... 14

Cleaning ...................................................................................... 14

Changing the Light Bulbs ........................................................... 15

Power Interruptions .................................................................... 15

Vacation and Moving Care ......................................................... 15

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 16

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ......................................................... 18

In the U.S.A................................................................................ 18

In Canada ................................................................................... 18

Accessories ................................................................................ 18

WAR RANTY .................................................................................. 19

J

INDICE

SEGURIDAD DEL REFRIGERADOR ........................................... 20

CGmo deshacerse adecuadamente de su refrigerador viejo ....20

INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACION ......................................... 21

Desempaque el refrigerador ...................................................... 21

Requisitos de ubicaciGn ............................................................. 21

Requisitos electricos .................................................................. 22

Requisitos del suministro de agua ............................................. 22

ConexiGn del suministro de agua .............................................. 22

Puertas del refrigerador ............................................................. 24

Ajuste las puertas ....................................................................... 27

Sonidos normales ...................................................................... 28

usa DE SU REFRIGERADOR ..................................................... 28

CGmo asegurar la debida circulaciGn de aire ............................ 28

Usa de los controles .................................................................. 29

Fg_bricade hielo .......................................................................... 29

CARACTER|STICAS DEL REFRIGERADOR .............................. 30

Estantes del refrigerador ............................................................ 30

CajGn para carnes ...................................................................... 30

CajGn para verduras ................................................................... 30

Compartimiento para huevos o alimentos ................................. 31

CARACTER|STICAS DEL CONGELADOR ................................. 31

Estante del congelador .............................................................. 31

CARACTERiSTICAS DE LA PUERTA ......................................... 32

Rieles de la puerta ...................................................................... 32

Portalatas y recipientes de la puerta ......................................... 32

CUIDADO DE SU REFRIGERADOR ............................................ 32

Limpieza ..................................................................................... 32

CGmo cambiar los focos ............................................................ 33

Cortes de corriente ..................................................................... 33

Cuidado durante las vacaciones y mudanzas ........................... 33

SOLUCION DE PROBLEMAS ...................................................... 34

AYUDA O SERVICIO TECNICO ................................................... 36

En los EE.UU.............................................................................. 36

En Canad_i .................................................................................. 36

Accesorios .................................................................................. 36

GARANT|A ..................................................................................... 37

TABLEDESMATIERES

SECURITI :!:DU RI:!:FRIGI:!:RATEUR.............................................. 38

Mise au rebut de votre vieux refrigerateur ................................. 38

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ........................................... 39

Deballage du refrigerateur ......................................................... 39

Exigences d'emplacement ......................................................... 39

Specifications electriques .......................................................... 40

Specifications de I'alimentation en eau ..................................... 40

Raccordement de la canalisation d'eau .................................... 41

Portes du refrigerateur ............................................................... 42

Ajustement des portes ............................................................... 46

Sons normaux ............................................................................ 46

UTILISATION DU RI:!:FRIGERATEUR .......................................... 46

Pour s'assurer d'une circulation d'air appropriee ..................... 46

Utilisation des commandes ........................................................ 47

Machine h gla(_ons ..................................................................... 47

CARACTERISTIQUES DU REFRIGI:!:RATEUR .......................... 48

Tablettes du refrigerateur ........................................................... 48

Bac a viande ............................................................................... 48

Bac a legumes ............................................................................ 49

Casier utilitaire ou oeufrier .......................................................... 49

CARACTI:!:RISTIQUES DU CONGELATEUR ............................... 50

Clayette du congelateur ............................................................. 50

CARACTI:!:RISTIQUES DE LA PORTE ......................................... 50

Tringles dans la porte ................................................................. 50

Porte-cannettes et balconnets ................................................... 50

ENTRETIEN DU REFRIGERATEUR ............................................ 51

Nettoyage ................................................................................... 51

Remplacement des ampoules d'eclairage ................................ 51

Pannes de courant ..................................................................... 52

Entretien avant les vacances ou Iors d'un demenagement .......52

DI!:PANNAGE ................................................................................. 53

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ......................................................... 55

Accessoires ................................................................................ 55

GARANTI E..................................................................................... 56

REFRIGERATORSAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety

messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow

instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can

happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the refrigerator, follow basic precautions,

including the following:

• Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

• Do not remove ground prong.

• Do not use an adapter.

[] Do not use an extension cord.

• Disconnect power before servicing.

• Replace all parts and panels before operating.

• Remove doors from your old refrigerator.

• Use nonflammable cleaner.

• Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,

away from refrigerator.

• Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

• Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker

kit ready models only).

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator

Suffocation Hazard

Remove doors from your old refrigerator,

Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems

of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous

- even if they will sit for "just a few days." If you are getting rid of

your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to help

prevent accidents.

Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:.

• Take off the doors.

Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily

climb inside.

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install

refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Remove the Packaging

Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning

on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap

over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water

and dry.

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable

fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These

products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For

more information, see "Refrigerator Safety."

On some models, shelves, bins, door shelf rails, and other

feature parts may be packaged in the Interior FeaturePak.

Follow the instructions contained in the package for proper

assembly.

There are four bolts that secure the refrigerator to the

shipping case. Keep these bolts because they are the

refrigerator's leveling legs.

• Properly dispose of packaging.

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the white foam air return insert that

is located behind the control panel on the ceiling of the

refrigerator (on some models). The insert is part of the refrigerator

and not part of the packing material. If the insert is removed, ice

may migrate down from the freezer and cause icicles to form.

When Moving Your Refrigerator:

Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator

for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor.

Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it.

Do not wiggle or "walk" the refrigerator when trying to move

it, as floor damage could occur.

Clean Before Using

After you remove all of the package materials, clean the inside of

your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in

"Refrigerator Care."

important information to know about glass shelves

and covers:

Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when

they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to

sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping.

For your protection, tempered glass is designed to shatter

into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass

shelves and covers are heavy. Use special care when

removing them to avoid impact from dropping.

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as

gasoline, away from refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for a 1/2"

(12.70 mm) space on each side. Allow 3" (7.5 cm) of space

between overhead cabinets and refrigerator top. Allow at least 1"

(25.40 mm) between back of cabinet and the wall. If your

refrigerator has an ice maker, make sure you leave some extra

space at the back for the water line connections.

• If you are installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave

2" (5.08 cm) minimum on the hinge side (depending on your

model) to allow for the door to swing open.

• Level the refrigerator. See "Adjust the Doors."

NOTE: It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator

near an oven, radiator, or other heat source. Do not install in a

location where the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).

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2" (5.08cm)

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to fellow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is

important to make sure you have the proper electrical

connection.

Recommended Grounding Method

A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded

electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate

circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet

that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an

extension cord.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or

removing a light bulb, turn the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator

or Freezer Control depending on the model) OFF and then

disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you

are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source

and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control

depending on the model) to the desired setting.

Read all directions before you begin.

IMPORTANT:

• If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is

connected, turn the ice maker OFF.

• All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

• Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing

only in areas where the household temperatures will remain

above freezing.

TOOLS NEEDED: Flat-blade screwdriver, 7/16"and 1/2"open-end

wrenches or 2 adjustable wrenches, 1/4"nut driver and drill bit,

hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded). Gather the required

tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the

instructions provided with any tools listed.

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a 1/4"

(6.35 mm) saddle-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing.

Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with

your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or 3_6"

(4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more

easily.

Water Pressure

A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and

120 psi (207-827 kPa) is required to operate the ice maker. If you

have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed,

qualified plumber.

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply

If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your

cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis

system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 - 414 kPa).

If the ice maker is still not operating properly:

• Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse

osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.

• Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill

after heavy usage.

If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed,

qualified plumber.

Read all directions before you begin.

IMPORTANT: If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line

is connected, turn the ice maker OFF.

Connect to Water Line

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long

enough to clear line of water.

3. Locate a 1/2"to 11/4'' (1.27 cm to 3.18 cm) vertical cold water

pipe near the refrigerator.

IMPORTANT:

4.

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• Make sure it is a cold water pipe.

• Horizontal pipe will work, but drill on the top side of the

pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from

the drill and normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

Determine the length of copper tubing you will need. Measure

from the connection on lower left rear of refrigerator to the

water pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use 1/4"

(6.35 mm)O.D. (outside diameter)copper tubing. Be sure

both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

Using a grounded drill, drill a 1/4"hole in the cold water pipe

you have selected.

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A. Cold waterpipe E.Compression sleeve

B. Pipe clamp F. Shutoff valve

C. Copper tubing G.Packing nut

D. Compressionnut

6. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe

clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the 1/4"drilled hole

in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp.

Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws

slowly and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not

overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.

7. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the

copper tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the

outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut

onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.

8. Place the free end of the tubing in a container or sink, and

turn ON the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is

clear. Turn OFF the shutoff valve on the water pipe. Coil the

copper tubing.

Connect to Refrigerator

NOTE: On kit models, assemble water valve to refrigerator per kit

instructions.

Style 1

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression

nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do

not overtighten.

3. Use the tube clamp on the back of the refrigerator to secure

the tubing to the refrigerator as shown. This will help avoid

damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back

against the wall.

4. Turn shutoff valve ON.

5. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including

connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

Complete the Installation

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord,

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard

the first three batches of ice produced. Allow 3 days to

completely fill ice container.

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A. Tube clamp

B. Copper tubing

C. Compression nut

D. Valve inlet

The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. Ifyour

water conditions require a second water strainer, install it in

the 1/4"(6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection. Obtain

a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.

Style 2

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Disconnect the tube clamp on the back of the product and

insert the copper tubing through the clamp as shown.

3. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression

nut and sleeve as shown.

4. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. Reattach

the tube clamp and tube to the back of the cabinet.

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A. Tube clamp C. Compression nut

B. Copper tubing

5. Turn shutoff valve ON. Check for leaks. Tighten any

connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that

leak.

6. The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If

your water conditions require a second water strainer, install

it inthe 1/4"(6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection.

Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.

TOOLS NEEDED: %6" hex-head socket wrench, #2 Phillips

screwdriver, flat-blade screwdriver, %6" open-end wrench, flat

2" putty knife.

IMPORTANT:

• Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFR Unplug

refrigerator or disconnect power.

• Remove food and adjustable door or utility bins from doors.

• If you are only removing and replacing the doors, see the

"Remove Doors and Hinges" and "Replace Doors and

Hinges" sections.

Depending on your model, you may have standard (Style 1)

or contoured (Style 2) doors. If you are also going to reverse

the door swing, follow the instructions for the appropriate

door style.

Remove Doors and Hinges

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2.

5/16"Hex-Head Hinge Screw

Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

Close the refrigerator door and keep both doors closed until

you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the

hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets

to hold the doors in place while you are working.

3. Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge

graphic. Lift the freezer door free from the cabinet.

4. Remove the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center

Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.

5. Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in the

Bottom Hinge graphic.

Reverse Doors (optional)

IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your doors so that they open

in the opposite direction, follow these steps. If you are not

reversing the doors, see "Replace Doors and Hinges."

Style I - Standard

Graphics follow these instructions.

Door StopScrew

Door HandleSealing Screw

Flat-Head Handle Screw

Door Handle Seal Screw Front

Cabinet

DoorHinge HolePlug

Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug

Door HandleScrew Cover

Round-Head HandleScrew

1. Remove %6" hex-head hinge screws from handle side and

move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1-1.

2. Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from cabinet top and

move them to opposite side hinge holes as shown.

See Graphic 1-2.

Freezer door

1. Remove freezer handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts

together. See Graphic 2.

2. Remove door hinge hole plug. Move to opposite side as

shown. See Graphic 3.

3. Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side

of freezer door as shown. See Graphic 4.

4. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of freezer door as

shown. See Graphic 5.

5. Position freezer handle on opposite side of freezer door.

Assemble handle on door as shown. See Graphic 2.

6. Tighten all screws. Set aside door until hinges and

refrigerator compartment door are in place.

Refrigerator door

1. Remove the screw cover. See Graphic 6.

2. Remove refrigerator handle assembly as shown. Keep all

parts together. See Graphic 6.

3. Remove door hinge hole plug from refrigerator door. Move to

opposite side hinge hole as shown. See Graphic 3.

4. Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side

of refrigerator door as shown. See Graphic 4.

5. Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side

of refrigerator door as shown. See Graphic 7.

6. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door

as shown. See Graphic 5.

7. Position refrigerator handle on opposite side of the

refrigerator door as shown. See Graphic 6. Drive top two

screws in handle first. Align lower portion of handle and drive

bottom screw.

8. Replace screw cover. See Graphic 6.

g. Tighten all screws. Set aside refrigerator door until bottom

hinge is installed on refrigerator.

Style 2 - Contoured

Graphics follow these instructions.

Round-Head Door Handle

Handle Screw Screw Hole Plug

Door Hinge

Hole Plug

Cabinet

1. Remove 5/16"hex-head hinge screws from handle side and

move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1-1.

2. Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from the cabinet top and

move them to opposite side hinge holes as shown. See

Graphic 1-2.

Doors

1. Remove door hinge hole plug from top of freezer door. Move

to opposite side as shown. See Graphic 2.

2. Remove door stop from both the freezer and refrigerator

doors and move to the other side. See Graphic 3.

Replace Doors and Hinges

NOTE: Graphic may be reversed if door swing is reversed.

1. Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown. Tighten

screws. Replace the refrigerator door.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the

hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets

to hold the doors in place while you are working.

2. Assemble the parts for the center hinge as shown and tighten

all screws. See Center Hinge graphic. Replace the freezer

door.

3. Assemble the parts for the top hinge as shown. See Top

Hinge graphic. Do not tighten screws completely.

4. Line up the doors so that the bottom of the freezer door

aligns evenly with the top of the refrigerator door. Tighten all

screws.

Final Steps

1. Check all holes to make sure that hole plugs and screws are

in place. Reinstall top hinge cover. See Top Hinge graphic.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

2. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

3. Reset the controls. See "Using the Controls."

4. Return all removable door parts to doors and food to

refrigerator.

Style I - Standard

Top Hinge

A. shs"Hex-Head Hinge Screws

B. Top Hinge

C. Spacer

Center Hinge

B

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F

A. Door Stop

B. Door Stop Screw

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D. Center Hinge

E. Sly6"Hex-Head Hinge Screws

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Bottom Hinge

A. Door Stop

B. Spacer

C. Door Stop Screw

D. Bottom Hinge

E. 5/_6"Hex-Head Hinge Screws

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A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs

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A. Door Hinge Hole Plug

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A. Flat-Head Handle Screws

B. Freezer Handle

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Screws and Washers

A. Door Handle

Seal Screw Front

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A. Flat-Head Handle Screw

B. Refrigerator Handle

C. Handle Screw

D, Screw Cover

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Top Hinge

A. Top Hinge Cover

B. b/_6"Hex-Head Hinge Screws

C. Top Hinge

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Center Hinge

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B

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A. Door Stop

B. Door Stop Screw

C. Spacer

D. Center Hinge

E. 5hJ Hex-Head Hinge Screws

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Bottom Hinge

A. Door Stop

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D. Bottom Hinge

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Removal of Door Stops

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A. Door Stop

B. Door Stop Screw

Reinstallation of Door Stops

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Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers - one on the right

and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you

want the doors to close easier, adjust the refrigerator's tilt using

the instructions below.

Depending on your model, your refrigerator may have leveling

legs (Style 1) or leveling screws (Style 2). They are part of the

front roller assemblies which are found at the base of the

refrigerator on either side.

1. Turn the leveling legs or leveling screws to the right to raise

that side of the refrigerator or to the left to lower that side. It

may take several turns to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.

NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the

refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws and

rollers. This makes it easier to adjust the screws.

2.

Open both doors again and be sure that they close as easily

as you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear

by turning both leveling screws to the right. It may take

several more turns, and you should turn both leveling screws

the same amount.

Style I

Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep

your food items at the desired temperatures and to minimize

energy usage. The high efficiency compressor and fans may

cause your refrigerator to run longer than your old one. You

may also hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound from the

compressor or fans adjusting to optimize performance.

You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating air through

the refrigerator and freezer compartments. The fan speed

may increase as you open the doors or add warm food.

Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the

water line, or items stored on top of the refrigerator.

Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle

may cause a sizzling sound.

As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due to

the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator.

Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a

popping noise.

You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the

condenser fan.

You may hear water running into the drain pan during the

defrost cycle.

REFRIGERATORUSE

Style 2

3. Using a level, be sure that the refrigerator is still level side to

side. Readjust if necessary.

Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn't

make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be

concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard

surfaces, such as the floor, walls, and cabinets, can make the

sounds seem louder. The following describes the kinds of sounds

and what may be making them.

• If your refrigerator is equipped with an ice maker, you will hear

a buzzing sound when the water valve opens to fill the ice

maker for each cycle.

In order to ensure proper temperatures, you need to permit

airflow between the refrigerator and freezer sections. As shown in

the illustration, cool air enters through the bottom of the freezer

section and moves up. Most of the air then flows through the

freezer section vents and recirculates under the freezer floor. The

rest of the air enters the refrigerator section through the top vent.

In some models, cool air enters through the backwall of

refrigerator section and moves to the front of the refrigerator and

up into the freezer.

Do not block any of these vents with food packages. If the vents

are blocked, airflow will be prevented and temperature and

moisture problems may occur.

IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any

odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must

thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To prevent

odor transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly.

See the "Refrigerator Features" section for details.

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3. Empty the ice bin.

4. Depending on the model, turn the Temperature Control or

Refrigerator Control to OFR See "Using the Control(s)."

5. Unplug refrigerator.

6. Empty water from the defrost pan.

7. Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly.

8. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them

together so they don't shift and rattle during the move.

9. Depending on the model, raise the front of the refrigerator so

it rolls more easily OR screw in the leveling legs so they don't

scrape the floor. See "Adjust the Doors."

10. Tape the doors closed and tape the power cord to the back

of the refrigerator.

When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to

the "Installation Instructions" section for preparation instructions.

Also, if your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, remember to

reconnect the water supply to the refrigerator.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Trythe solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.

Your refrigerator will not operate

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded

3 prong outlet.

Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker

tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Ifthe

problem continues, call an electrician.

Is the Temperature Control turned to the OFF position?

See "Using the Control(s)."

Is the refrigerator defrosting? Recheck to see whether the

refrigerator is operating in 30 minutes. Your refrigerator will

regularly run an automatic defrost cycle.

The lights do not work

• Is a light bulb loose in the socket or burned out? See

"Changing the Light Bulbs."

There is water in the defrost drain pan

• Is the refrigerator defrosting? The water will evaporate. It is

normal for water to drip into the defrost pan.

• Is it more humid than normal? Expect that the water in the

defrost pan will take longer to evaporate. This is normal when

it is hot or humid.

The motor seems to run too much

Is the room temperature hotter than normal? Expect the

motor to run longer under warm conditions. At normal room

temperatures, expect your motor to run about 40% to 80% of

the time. Under warmer conditions, expect it to run even

more of the time.

Has a large amount of food just been added to the

refrigerator? Adding a large amount of food warms the

refrigerator. It is normal for the motor to run longer in order to

cool the refrigerator back down. See "Refrigerator Features."

Are the doors opened often? Expect the motor to run longer

when this occurs. In order to conserve energy, try to get

everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food

organized so it is easy to find, and close the door as soon as

the food is removed.

Is the control set correctly for the surrounding

conditions? See "Using the Control(s)," depending on the

model.

Are the doors closed completely? Push the doors firmly

shut. If they will not shut all the way, see "The doors will not

close completely" later in this section.

NOTE: Your new refrigerator will run longer than your old one due

to its high-efficiency motor.

The refrigerator seems to make too much noise

• The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator. See

"Normal Sounds."

The ice maker is not producing ice or not enough ice

• Has the ice maker just been installed? Wait 72 hours for full

ice production to begin. Once your refrigerator is cooled, the

ice maker should produce 70-120 cubes every 24 hours.

Is the freezer temperature cold enough to produce ice?

Wait 24 hours after hookup for ice production. See "Using the

Control(s)," depending on the model.

Is the wire shutoff arm in the OFF (arm up) position?

Lower the wire shutoff arm to the ON (arm down) position.

See "Ice Maker."

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• Is the water line shutoff valve to the refrigerator turned

on? Turn on the water valve. See "Connect the Water

Supply."

Does the ice maker mold have water in it or has no ice

been produced? Be sure your refrigerator has been

connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve is

turned on. See "Connect the Water Supply."

• Is an ice cube jammed in the ejector arm? Remove the ice

from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil. See "Ice Maker."

• Has a large amount of ice just been removed? Allow

24 hours for ice maker to produce more ice.

• Is the control set correctly? If too little ice is produced, see

"Using the Control(s)," depending on the model.

• Is a reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to

your cold water supply? See "Water Supply Requirements." •

NOTE: If not due to any of the above, there may be a problem

with the water line. Call for service.

Off-taste or gray color in the ice

• Are the plumbing connections new, causing discolored or

off-flavored ice? Discard the first few batches of ice.

• Have the ice cubes been stored for too long? Throw away

old ice and make a new supply.

• Has food in the refrigerator been wrapped properly? See

"Refrigerator Features."

• Do the freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned? See

"Cleaning."

• Does the water contain minerals (such as sulfur)? A filter

may need to be installed to remove the minerals.

The divider between the two compartments is warm

The warmth is probably due to normal operation of the automatic

exterior moisture control. If still concerned, call for service.

Temperature is too warm

Are the air vents blocked in either compartment? This

prevents the movement of cold air from the freezer to the

refrigerator. Remove any objects from in front of the air vents.

See "Ensuring Proper Air Circulation" for the location of air

vents.

Are the door(s) opened often? Be aware that the refrigerator

will warm when this occurs. In order to keep the refrigerator

cool, try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at

once, keep food organized so it is easy to find, and close the

door as soon as the food is removed.

Has a large amount of food just been added to the

refrigerator or freezer? Adding a large amount of food

warms the refrigerator. It can take several hours for the

refrigerator to return to the normal temperature.

• Are the controls set correctly for the surrounding

conditions? See "Using the Control(s)," depending on the

model.

There is interior moisture buildup

• Are the air vents blocked in the refrigerator? Remove any

objects from in front of the air vents. See "Ensuring Proper Air

Circulation" for the location of air vents.

Are the door(s) opened often? To avoid humidity buildup,

try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once,

keep food organized so it is easy to find, and close the door

as soon as the food is removed. When the door is opened,

humidity from the room air enters the refrigerator. The more

often the door is opened, the faster humidity builds up,

especially when the room itself is very humid.

Is the room humid? It is normal for moisture to build up

inside the refrigerator when the room air is humid.

Is the food packaged correctly? Check that all food is

securely wrapped. Wipe off damp food containers before

placing in the refrigerator.

Are the controls set correctly for the surrounding

conditions? See "Using the Control(s)," depending on the

model.

Was a self-defrost cycle completed? It is normal for

droplets to form on the back wall after the refrigerator self-

defrosts.

The doors are difficultto open

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

• Are the gaskets dirty or sticky? Clean gaskets and the

surface that they touch. Rub athin coat of paraffin wax on the

gaskets following cleaning.

The doors will not close completely

• Are food packages blocking the door open? Rearrange

containers so that they fit more tightly and take up less

space.

• Is the ice bin out of position? Push the ice bin in all the way.

• Are the crisper cover, pans, shelves, bins, or baskets out

of position? Put the crisper cover and all pans, shelves, bins,

and baskets back into their correct positions. See

"Refrigerator Features."

• Are the gaskets sticking? Clean gaskets and the surface

that they touch. Rub a thin coat of paraffin wax on the

gaskets following cleaning.

• Does the refrigerator wobble or seem unstable? Level the

refrigerator. See "Adjust the Doors."

• Were the doors removed during product installation and

not properly replaced? Remove and replace the doors

according to "Refrigerator Doors," or call a qualified service

technician.

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ASSISTANCEORSERVICE

Before calling for assistance or service, please check

"Troubleshooting." It may save you the cost of a service call. If

you still need help, follow the instructions below.

When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete

model and serial number of your appliance. This information will

help us to better respond to your request.

If You Need Replacement Parts

If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you

only use FSP®replacement parts. FSP®replacement parts will fit

right and work right, because they are made with the same

precision used to build every new WHIRLPOOL ®appliance.

To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, call us or your

nearest designated service center.

Call the Customer eXperience Center toll free: 1-800-253-1301.

Our consultants provide assistance with:

• Features and specifications on our full line of appliances.

• Installation information.

• Use and maintenance procedures.

• Accessory and repair parts sales.

• Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing

impaired, limited vision, etc.).

• Referrals to repair parts distributors, and service companies.

Whirlpool designated service technicians are trained to fulfill

the product warranty and provide after-warranty service,

anywhere in the United States.

To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your

area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow

Pages.

Call the Whirlpool Canada LP Customer Interaction Centre

toll free: 1-800-807-8777.

Our consultants provide assistance with:

• Features and specifications on our full line of appliances.

• Referrals to local dealers.

For service in Canada

Call 1-800-807-6777. Whirlpool Canada LP designated service

technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide

after-warranty service, anywhere in Canada.

For further assistance

If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool

Canada LP with any questions or concerns at:

Whirlpool Canada LP

Customer Interaction Centre

1901 Minnesota Court

Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3A7

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

To order accessories, call 1-800-442-9991 and ask for the part

number listed below or contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer.

In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777.

Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish

Order Part #4396095

For further assistance

If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool

Corporation with any questions or concerns at:

Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances

Customer experience Center

553 Benson Road

Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

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WHIRLPOOLCORPORATIONMAJORAPPLIANCEWARRANTY

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or

furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter "Whirlpool") will pay for FSP_ replacement parts

and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company.

ITEMS WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR

1. Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you how to use your major appliance, to replace or repair

house fuses or to correct house wiring or plumbing.

2. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. Those consumable parts are excluded from warranty

coverage.

3. Repairs when your major appliance is used for other than normal, single-family household use.

4. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in

accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.

5. Any food loss due to refrigerator or freezer product failures.

6. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States or Canada.

7. Pickup and delivery. This major appliance is designed to be repaired in the home.

8. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.

9. Expenses for travel and transportation for product service in remote locations.

10. The removal and reinstallation of your appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with

published installation instructions.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED

HEREIN. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,

ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. WHIRLPOOL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR

INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION

OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF

MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES

YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE

TO PROVINCE.

Outside the 50 United States and Canada, this warranty does not apply. Contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer to determine if

another warranty applies.

If you need service, first see the "Troubleshooting" section of the Use & Care Guide. After checking "Troubleshooting," additional help

can be found by checking the "Assistance or Service" section or by calling Whirlpool. Inthe U.S.A., call 1-800-253-1301. In Canada,

call 1-800-807-6777. 8/05

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